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1968 Ford Torino Squire 4-Dr. Station Wagon

The 1968 Torino Squire featured simulated wood paneling as Ford's upscale mid-size wagon competing with Chevelle Concours Estate.
8A38F124524
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
4-Dr. Station Wagon
Body
Atlanta, GA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1968 Ford Torino Squire

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 8 1968
Plant Code A Atlanta, GA
Model Code 38 Torino Squire
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 124524 Production #124524

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelTorino Squire
Year1968
Body Style4-Dr. Station Wagon
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio9.0:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantAtlanta, GA
Plant CodeA
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

Weight3479
Length203.9
Width74.5
Height56
Wheelbase116
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.9

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

Original Base Price $3539.00
No. Produced 14773

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 4

Dimensions Enhanced Data

Weight 3479 lbs
Length 203.9 in.
Width 74.5 in.
Height 56 in.

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Main Bearings 7
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Type Constant mesh
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Torque 190@2200 ft/lbs
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Battery 12 V
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Radiator Down flow
Fuel Type Regular
Cooling System 9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment Air conditioning
Optional Equipment 390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Radio
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Series Torino
Model Year 1968
Origin United States
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 71E
Brake Size 10 in.
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service Dual hydraulic
Fuel 20 gal.
Oil 5 qt.
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Brake Horsepower 115@3800 hp
Displacement 200 cu. in.
Compression Ratio-Std 8.8 :1
Cylinders 6
Type Single downdraft
Rear Tread 58.9 in.
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Differential Hypoid
Differential Ratio 3.2 :1
Carburetor Autolite
Clutch Size 9 inches
Clutch Type Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears 3
1st 2.99 :1
2nd 1.75 :1
3rd 1 :1
5th Not applicable :1
Reverse 3.17 :1
B &s 3.68 & 3.13

Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.